If you take your toddler camping, there are a few things you must always be mindful of, to make sure they stay safe.
Very little gives you as much opportunity for quality time with your child and the outdoors as camping. Being outside offers a feeling of freedom that kids and adults alike enjoy. You’re away from outside stress and reminders of the modern world, such as television or clocks. It’s just you and your youngster making fires, cooking outdoors and having adventures.

Of course, there are dangers to camping, but by taking a few precautions they can be avoided:

• Always supervise fires, and water activities
• Keep a close eye on your kids in the woods – children do get lost every year.
• Teach your children to keep still if they lose sight of you
• Attach a whistle to your child’s jacket so they can make a noise if lost
• Make sure you’re trained in first aid – accidents do happen outside and it may be a while til help comes. Also carry a first aid kit
• Depending on where you are, make sure you know if there will be wild animals around.
• Discouarage your kids from feeding animals – it attracts more, and they may bite when food runs out.

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Toddlers tend to sleep better through the night than babies. Once you actually get them to bed, they are less prone to waking up. However, persuading them to get their head down and rest can be very difficult.

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As soon as you get a new baby home, and have got over the usual “boy or girl?” questions, the next question that people ask is “how are you sleeping now your new baby is in the house?” The answer is normally along the lines of “sleep? What’s that?”. According to recent studies, up to a quarter of young children have sleep problems, and that always translates into parents not getting much shut-eye either. Sleep deprivation can make you very edgy, and really detract from the pleasures of bringing up a youngster.

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The Slumberjack Whoolie Worm Sleeping Bag is a real sleeping bag suitable for expeditions in hot or cold weather. You can take them backpacking, scouting or exploring. A lot better made than most “toy” sleeping bags which are really just suitable for slumber parties.

Designed especially for kids Slumberjack Whoolie Worm Sleeping Bags will make sure your kids stay warm and cozy.

Ideal for camping trips, staying with grandparents, or their first sleepover parties.

Slumberloft HL fill will keep the children nice and toasty with its comfort rating of +45 degrees F. The outer shell and liner are fleece, made from polyester, so they are just as soft as a “security blanket”. Built ruggedly to keep your kids comfortable and last well.

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A great alternative to toddler sleeping bags

The Peapod Plus travel bed is suitable for babies, toddlers and small children up to 5 years of ages. It has a great design with a side opening to simplify putting your toddler to bed without hurting your back. You can also get into feed or change diapers easily. Once your child gets old enough to walk, (more…)

Continuining the earlier post, here are three more tips to get your toddler to sleep without tears:

1. Try to keep the bedtime routine consistent. It has a much higher success rate if it doesn’t vary much from night to night. New events and deviations from the norm can excite your child.

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The list of themes available for boys is just as long as the one for girls. Boys typically have interests in sports and adventure, as well as the frequent (more…)